Naratriptan (By mouth)

Naratriptan (nar-a-TRIP-tan)

Treats migraine headaches.

Brand Name(s):

Amerge

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use if you had an allergic reaction to naratriptan, or if you have severe kidney or liver disease. Tell your doctor if you have heart or blood vessel problems, such as a history of heart attack or stroke, or if you have heart rhythm problems.

How to Use This Medicine:

Tablet

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

Swallow the tablet with water or other liquid.

If your headache comes back or you do not get complete relief, wait at least 4 hours before you take another dose. Do not take more than 5 milligrams (mg) in 24 hours.

Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Use naratriptan only when you have a migraine. This medicine is not used on a regular schedule.

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Do not use this medicine if you have taken another migraine headache medicine in the past 24 hours, such as another triptan or an ergot medicine.

Some foods and medicines can affect how naratriptan works. Tell your doctor if you are using medicine for depression or an MAO inhibitor.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, high blood pressure, angina, diabetes, bowel disease, or a family history of heart disease. Tell your doctor if you have a history of blood circulation problems or if you smoke.

This medicine should be used only for classic or common migraine headaches. Do not use for any other kind of headache or pain.